John is an experienced wines and spirits educator with a career spanning over 10 years in the hospitality industry. Since 2015 he has run a successful wine school in Manchester offering informal tastings and WSET qualifications for professionals and keen enthusiasts; expanding to provide SSA Sake qualifications from 2018. He is one of the most highly qualified educators in The North of England, having earned the flagship WSET Diploma. John is a Certified Wines and Spirits Educator and also a Certified Sherry Educator.

“I was working for a major wine merchant. Part of my job was to run tasting events ~ this was the part of it I loved. But there just wasn’t enough time for me to really share my love of wine with others. Then at a tasting event, I had a ‘light bulb moment’: a guest said “You should do this all the time-you obviously relish sharing your love and knowledge about wine”. The next day Northern Wine School was born. Within weeks of having the idea, I had left my job and the school was my full-time passion” – John Callow

You will not feel you have to buy anything. We do not sell wine or sake. Our tastings centrally located, with good transport links. You can meet new friends who share your interest in drinks. Learn from fellow tasters. Beginners and enthusiasts all welcome! Discover great value wines and where to buy them. Suitable for beginners and budding enthusiasts alike.